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Washington, DC’s shopping scene gives you enough reasons to bring an extra suitcase. From the charming shops in Georgetown to funky finds on U Street to the homegrown vendors at Eastern Market, visitors will find plenty of souvenirs to take home.

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Georgetown is home to many swanky shops such as Ralph Lauren.
Guide to DC's Shopping Districts
Shop until you drop ... or until you reach another DC neighborhood filled with goods.
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Just outside of the city, there are a number of malls perfect for a girlfriend getaway. Tysons Galleria in Virginia offers a number of shops, including Macy's.
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Dupont Circle Shopping
Readers, vintage hunters and spa junkies will love Dupont's second hand, boutique accessory and beauty shops.
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Penn Quarter Farmers Market
Downtown/Penn Quarter/Chinatown Shopping
Find everything from spy games to a George Washington bobblehead and delicate jewelry downtown.
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Merchants of the farmer’s market at Eastern Market sell produce, meat and fish daily, and on weekends you can also find crafts and antiques.
Capitol Hill Shopping
Shopping is geared toward the nester: find home goods, a bike store and doggie boutique/daycare.
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Arts District/U Street/Shaw Shopping
One-of-a-kind pieces and treasure troves fill these eclectic antique, furniture and clothing stores in this creative neighborhood.
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Whether you want vintage, modern or handmade, this cute clothing store has it all. Check it out along with the many other unique boutiques on U Street.
Columbia Heights/14th Street Shopping
Funky finds include award-winning vegan cupcakes, home-sewn clothing, and magical objects that raise monies for children's literacy.
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Shop in one of DC's oldest and swankiest neighborhoods with a trip to Georgetown. The riverfront neighborhood has local and national boutiques and restaurants along M Street and Wisconsin Avenue.
Georgetown Shopping
Start at the corner of M and Wisconsin to satisfy a sweet tooth or a passion for fashion.
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DC's oldest continually operating fresh food market, Eastern Market attracts vendors and visitors on weekends. Find fresh flowers, used books, baked goods, preserves and other tasteful (and tasty!) souvenirs.
Eastern Market
Washington, DC’s oldest continually operated fresh food public market, located on Capitol Hill.
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For 24 days in December, Penn Quarter's Downtown Holiday Market hosts more than 60 vendors displaying jewelry, pottery, paintings, textiles and more - including freshly made donuts!
Holiday Shopping
You don’t need to check your list twice when you’ve got this many holiday shopping options in Washington, DC.
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Logan Circle Shopping
Shops in this design-loving 'hood have the art form in mind, whether it be textiles, chairs...or gelato.
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From museum shops to holiday markets, there are plenty of places to check off items on your gift list in the nation's capital.
Adams Morgan Shopping
Come here for a shopping experience filled with art, design, and education.
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Shop in one of DC's oldest and swankiest neighborhoods with a trip to Georgetown. The riverfront neighborhood has local and national boutiques and restaurants along M Street and Wisconsin Avenue.
Unique Boutiques in DC
From local designers to one-of-a-kind crafts, DC’s unique boutiques are thriving.
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Leopold’s Kafe, a restaurant tucked amid the home furnishing and design shops of Cady’s Alley between M Street and the C&O Canal, offers not only Viennese-style dishes, coffee, and pastries, but also a refreshing retreat from Georgetown’s busy streets.
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The Lincoln Memorial seemingly rises from the snow on a winter day in DC.
DC Itinerary: 5 Days in Winter
Stay warm in Washington, DC, during your winter visit by checking out these hot attractions.
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For 24 days in December, Penn Quarter's Downtown Holiday Market hosts more than 60 vendors displaying jewelry, pottery, paintings, textiles and more - including freshly made donuts!
Holiday Shopping in DC
Spend some time crossing gifts off your list with these destinations for great holiday shopping.
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Georgetown is home to many swanky shops such as Ralph Lauren.
DC's Shopping Districts
Score high-end fashions to bargain consignment looks throughout the neighborhoods of Washington, DC.
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A popular gathering place ringed with benches and chess boards, Dupont Circle's fountain is the exclamation point for this exciting urban neighborhood. Shopping, dining, and a massive Sunday farmers market draw visitors and locals alike.
Dupont Circle
A cosmopolitan neighborhood with great bars and boutiques, Dupont Circle is DC's GLBT neighborhood.
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Eastern Market hosts permanent fresh food vendors, a flea market and a farmer's market, one of the city's largest, on weekends. Market Lunch, a hot-food counter inside, serves terrific crab cakes and blueberry pancakes.
Washington, DC Farmers' Markets
Sample the flavors of the season at DC's farmers' markets, where you'll find food and entertainment.
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Logan Circle
Explore DC's only all-residential circle filled with row houses, boutiques and foodie favorites.
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The familiar gold dome of Riggs Bank (now PNC) stands as a landmark in Georgetown at M Street and Wisconsin. The bank was founded in 1814 by a group of businessmen who included George Washington's nephew.
Georgetown
Located next to the water, Georgetown is where to find quaint row houses, shops and restaurants.
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Just outside of the city, there are a number of malls perfect for a girlfriend getaway. Tysons Galleria in Virginia offers a number of shops, including Macy's.
Girlfriend Getaways to DC
Grab your girls for a fabulous trip exploring DC's culture, dining and of course - shopping scene!
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